Certified in Cybersecurity
Non-ISC2 Credentialed members looking for an entry level certification to start or persons interested in exploring a career in cybersecurity, the CC (Certified in Cybersecurity) is a great way to start your ISC2 Journey.
ISC2 provides a number of free resources to help obtain the CC and pass the exam.
The CC is a great way to build to more advanced ISC2 Certifications.
CISSP
The Certified Information Systems Security Professional "gold standard" certification demonstrates your skills, testifies to your experience, and opens career advancement opportunities, including higher salary.
CISSP is an advanced certification for IT and cybersecurity professionals that demonstrates their ability to design, implement, and manage an enterprise cybersecurity program.
References:
ISC2 Silicon Valley Chapter is committed to supporting ISC2’s pledge - One Million FREE ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity.
To learn more about this initiative, please visit
https://www.isc2.org/certifications
https://www.isc2.org/landing/1mcc
Looking for resources to help with certification prep? Check out the following:
Official Study Guides
(ISC)² CISSP Official Study Guide, Practice Tests– by Mike Chapple, James Michael Stewart, and Darril Gibson
Eleventh Hour CISSP – for review
ISC2 CCSP Official Study Guide, Practice Tests – by Ben Malisow
Online Training & Courses
(ISC)² Official Training Course
Cybrary’s Course
Training courses from providers like Pluralsight, Udemy, Coursera, and SANS
Video Tutorials
Kelly Handerhan's CISSP/CCSP Course (Cybrary, YouTube)
Mike Chapple's CISSP/CCSP Courses (LinkedIn Learning, Udemy)
Destination Certification Playlist (YouTube)
Practice Tests:
Study Groups/Forums:
https://community.isc2.org/t5/Study-Groups/ct-p/CertificationStudyGroups
Reddit r/cissp, Reddit r/ccsp
Are you looking for specific guidance on choosing a certification based on your career goals?
Reach out to us: board@isc2-siliconvalley-chapter.org
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